Academic Programs

The program was developed in 2011 and updated in 2022. The program can be updated before the start of each academic year to improve the learning process.

The program focuses on the development of transfer skills such as critical thinking and quantitative reasoning, original and creative decision making, communication with professionals and non-professionals through the effective use of foreign languages ​​and technologies. Most importantly, the program aims to develop liberal values ​​in the student, to help them succeed in society and the professional arena.

AIM OF THE PROGRAM

The mission of the Bachelor of Architecture program is to contribute to the improvement of public welfare and quality of life through the built environment.

The program is balanced with theoretical and practical components and synthesizes creativity and intellectual skills. Teaching based on the principle of studio work used in it serves to embody students’ creative and critical ideas and develop their basic architectural skills. The program also pays significant attention to interdisciplinary approaches.

The goal of the architecture program is to prepare a responsible and competitive field specialist who:

• will be equipped with a broad knowledge of the basic concepts of architecture, development history and trends, as well as areas related to architecture;
• will be able to use modern technologies of design and construction;
• will have the ability to define a problem/task, make a decision, and develop an architectural project under supervision, taking into account aesthetic, functional, technical aspects and professional ethics requirements;
• Will have developed the interpersonal and professional skills needed to enter the modern professional field.

MAIN AREAS OF STUDY

The main areas of the study program are design management, civil engineering, urban planning, contour geometry, interior design, art and photography. During the study process, the student also learns the following areas: studying architectural forms, landscape design, painting and drawing in different styles.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Graduate student:

• shows a broad knowledge of the main ideas, directions and important figures of historical and modern architecture and is able to critically understand them;
• Understands socio-cultural, urban planning, architectural values and contexts, as well as environmental protection and architectural heritage responsibilities;
• In accordance with predetermined guidelines, can critically analyze information, research and use some of the latest aspects of design theory and methods to execute an original architectural project (from sketch to real project), taking into account functional and aesthetic approaches;
• Understands public requirements, client and user interests, the role and importance of the architecture profession at all stages of work on an architectural project;
• Understands and considers structures, materials, constructions, construction processes, technologies and other engineering issues related to building systems; integrates them into project tasks of varying complexity/scale;
• Uses electronic, graphic, layout, verbal, written, multimedia methods when developing, presenting and reviewing an architectural project;
• During the design process, taking into account professional ethics, works individually or in a team and has developed interpersonal skills;
• Determines individual learning needs and plans own professional development.

TEACHING METHODS

• lecture and seminar;
• demonstration method;
• individual and group work;
• method of practical work;
• problem-based learning;
• studio work – practical work in the project;
• modeling;
• project;
• laboratory works;
• field works;
• supervision;
• Case analysis and more.

Note: The teaching methods used in the program are specified in the syllabi/concepts of the respective courses.

EMPLOYMENT OPPURTUNITIES

A graduate can be employed:

• In the state and/or private architectural/construction workshop/bureau;
• in construction companies;
• A graduate can also continue his studies at the master’s level.

Program Structure

Volume of the bachelor’s program in architecture – 240 credits:

• Free component: general module – 60 credits
• Main field of study – 120 credits
• Free components/additional software – 60 credits

Free component: general module – 60 credits:

• Introduction to modern thinking I and II – 12 credits
• Academic work techniques – 6 credits
• English language practical courses – 24 credits
• Fine arts – 6 credits
• Introduction to architecture – 6 credits
• Basics of architectural design – 6 credits

Main field of study – 120 credits:

1. Mandatory courses of the architecture program – 105 credits
2. Elective courses of the architecture program – 15 credits

Free components/major specialization – 60 credits

• In the mentioned component, the student can choose a secondary specialty or take any course
• Bachelor program courses.

The development of practical skills within the program is provided by various training courses, which include studio work and students will have the opportunity to work on their own projects.

As part of the major program, students are required to complete an undergraduate thesis, which they will work on during the last two semesters of their studies. Within the framework of the bachelor thesis/project, the student must use the acquired theoretical knowledge and skills and reflect his original idea/concept in an architectural project.

STRUCTURE OF THE STUDY PROGRAM

To receive Bachelor’s degree in architecture the graduate must accumulate 240 ECTS:

CONTACT DETAILS

Ana Kvaratskhelia
Quality Assurance Specialist
Ilia State University
School of Technology
3/5 Choloyashvili Ave., 0162 Tbilisi, Georgia
Building T, T207
☏ (+995 32) 222 00 09 (358)
ana.kvaratskhelia@iliauni.edu.ge

Gvantsa Lortkipanidze
Coordinator
Ilia State University
School of Technology
3/5 Choloyashvili Ave, Building T
☏ (+995 32) 222 00 09 (138)
gvantsa.lortkipanidze@iliauni.edu.ge